Military History-Capstone Option (American Military History)

Course Overview

The American Public University offers its flagship Master of Arts in Military History which explores the historiography of military and warfare that shaped future civilization. The curriculum is conducted entirely online, empowering working adults with access to career-relevant education that fits into their busy schedules. Through this fascinating graduate-level education, students have the unique flexibility to concentrate their studies in American Military History, the American Revolution, Civil War, Military and Diplomatic History, World War II, and War Since 1945. The curriculum explores the strategy, command, leadership, tactics and technological advances in weaponry that altered the outcome of some of the most significant battles in history. The curriculum not only examines actual battles, it addresses social structures, military attitudes, and organizational relationships between officers and troops and the interrelationships between military and civilian societies. Additionally, the online Master of Arts in Military History emphasizes valuable research, writing and communication skills that working professionals seek. Classes at the University are taught by expert practitioners. Many within the military history discipline are published historians and military leaders who share a strong passion for their studies and bring unique perspectives and relevant research into the classroom discussion. Students also connect and interact online with the University's broad community of professionals and history enthusiasts.